If you're after a top-rated cooking performance, the best electric ranges will produce delicious meals each time. This is often the case if you prefer succulent meat with an evenly-brown texture, or cakes that will rise without any burns or hot spots. What's more, the best electric ranges will be easy to use, quick to reach temperature, and energy efficient too.
But with so many electric ranges on the market, it can be challenging to know which one would suit your cooking needs. From a smart-enabled range to a modern one with fancy features, there is a range for everyone and every budget. In addition, you can even find ones that can self-clean after cooking a feast, so you can relax after all the hard work at the end of the day.
In the meantime, we've rounded up a great selection of the best electric ranges to suit every home.
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What are the best electric ranges?
After extensive research, we've found the best electric range to be the GE Profile PB911SJSS. It's reasonably priced at just over $1000 and offers a great performance from both the stove and spacious oven. It features five burners of varying power and can self-clean with steam.
If you struggle to multitask in the kitchen, then a range with two ovens might be best. For this, we recommend the LG LDE4415ST. While still fitting in a single bay, this electric range can cook in two ovens independently and the larger one is spacious enough to hold the Thanksgiving turkey.
If you want more versatility from your range, then the Samsung NE59M6850SS is worth considering. This single-door electric range can actually be divided into two ovens which function separately. This gives you the advantages of both a single and double oven range.
If you're after the best value electric range, then that would be the GE JB645RKSS. It provides all of basics, including a self-clean function, and wouldn't look bad in any kitchen. While it's a great price point, you won't be compromising on its performance.
For all-around great cooking and baking performance, you can't beat the well-priced GE Profile FB911SJSS. It has five burners, ranging from a super-high one for quick boiling to an ultralow one for keeping a dinner plate warm. Although there are bigger ovens on the market, this 5.3-cubic-foot cavity will easily handle a large bird.
The oven comes with three racks and heats evenly so it will do a good job on the tough task of baking three sheets of cookies at once. You can use the convection oven to bake a nice crust on loaves of bread, or perfectly brown a roast beef. For everyday family meals, it has an air fry function so you can have crispy chicken and brussels sprouts without giving up counterspace to another appliance. The GE Profile connects to an app on your mobile so while you’re in the yard or the laundry room, you can get an alert when your banana bread is done. You can also control it with Alexa or the Google Assistant. Overall, this is the best electric range you can buy.
The best electric range for budget shoppers will provide the basic functions at a good price. The GE JB645RKSS has everything that most cooks will need, including a self-cleaning oven. It has four burners, two of which have an impressive 3100W of power for when you're trying to make spaghetti fast.
The 5.3 cubic-foot oven is plenty big enough for a turkey or several baking dishes but it has only two oven racks, which might be an issue when you're really trying to crank out holiday cookies. Some users find the lack of a simple dial for setting the oven temperature an inconvenience, as the touch controls on the panel can be a little confusing. However, keep in mind that with electronic controls it's easier to set a precise temperature, and you get a delay start feature.
Critics and users alike love the Samsung NE59M6850SS for its performance, stylish looks and flexibility. It sports five burners, including two high-power ones for quickly boiling water and one for keeping food warm. The Samsung SmartThings app lets you monitor the oven temperature and set a timer, but, for safety reasons, will not start the oven.
The highlight of this range is the oven, which can be used as one huge oven or two smaller ones by inserting a divider. If you are roasting a turkey, you get a whopping 5.9 cubic feet of space. When you're baking a chiffon cake and broiling salmon at the same time, put the divider in and it becomes two ovens that can run at different temperatures — and, no, your cake won't taste fishy! The dual door lets you open the door to the top one without opening the bottom, so your cake won't fall when you check on the fish. Both ovens have convection systems to speed up cooking and still give your roast chickens a crispy skin. The only downside is that some people find it a little tricky to insert the divider.
If your home often seems like a restaurant, then you'll need an oven that can handle the constant output of food. The LG LDE4413BD has two ovens that can run independently, so you can cook two different items at different temperatures at the same time. On top there's a 3.0-cubic-foot oven that's great for pizzas and casseroles, while below there's a larger, 4.3-cubic-foot one for roasts or multiple sheets of snickerdoodles. One thing to note: Unlike the Samsung FlexDuo model, you can't combine these two ovens into one. While the LG's bottom oven should accommodate all but the most monstrous of turkeys, you will have to bend to access it.
You also get five burners with power ranging from 3200W for quick boils to only 100W for keeping the pot roast warm. Both ovens have a 10-minute cleaning feature for light touch-ups, as well as a self-cleaning cycle. Do keep in mind that with this design you don't get a storage drawer at the bottom.
If you want a smart range, then it doesn’t get much better than the Samsung NE63A6711SG/AA. Using the SmartThings app, you can access recipes, plan out meals and you can even order any missing ingredients. It comes with some useful settings too, including Air Fry, which cooks in the same manner as the popular appliance, and Convection, which will provide more even cooking — ideal for baking.
A useful griddle is included as well which sits nicely on the griddle burner on top. Our only qualm with this range is that it doesn’t work with Alexa, but if that’s not an issue for you, then there's little other reason not to buy it. It’s available in a traditional stainless steel finish, or you can opt for the Tuscan or Black stainless steel, which is much more eye-catching.
A slide-in range gives you the upscale look of a built-in unit. While the Bosch 800 Series HEI8046U is pricier than most free-standing models, it's a lot less expensive than a custom-fitted or professional-style range but will still be a significant upgrade when it comes to aesthetics. It has heavy-duty construction, a glass panel and metal control knobs.
You do sacrifice some oven space with this model. While you will be able to fit in the turkey, you may not be able to pack in as many side dishes at once. Below the oven, in place of storage space, there's a warming drawer that will come in handy when you're throwing a party. As you would expect at this price, the oven comes with three racks and is self-cleaning.
People who love to cook and are lucky enough to have access to both gas and electric lines, may be willing enough to invest in a 36-inch pro-style range. On the top of the Thermador Pro Harmony Pro PRD366WHU, you get six powerful burners, two of which can be dialed down to a very low heat for keeping a sauce warm without curdling or melting chocolate without burning
However, you don't get an oven that's any bigger than on a typical 30-inch model but you do get luxuries. In addition to convection capabilities, the oven has three racks that slide out, two interior halogen lights, and the fastest self-cleaning cycle on the market. However, the main reason you're paying the big bucks is for an absolutely beautiful all-stainless-steel statement piece.
The Samsung NE63T8711SS/AA is a luxury appliance at a mainstream price. As it slides into a space between cabinets, it gives you a custom look for a fraction of the price of a true built-in. On this range, the controls are up front where they’re easy to access without reaching across the stovetop. When you turn the dials they illuminate so the settings are easy to see and if you forget to turn the burner off, it will be immediately apparent.
The cooktop has one of the highest power burners on any range. It’ll shorten the time it takes for spaghetti water to boil and give you intense heat for stir-frying or searing. In the large oven, you’ll find both convection and air fry settings and an air fry basket is included. We only wish you got 3 instead of 2 racks so you could bake more cookies at once. You can control this range with an app on your phone or through Alexa or Google Assistant.
In addition to being a state of the art electric range, the LG LREL6325F has air frying capabilities, eliminating the need to buy still another countertop cooking appliance. It’s equipped with a large 6.3 cu. ft. convection oven and 5 burners of varying power, including one for keeping the soup or stew warm for seconds.
This range is equipped with the latest smart features. To see how your banana bread or meat loaf is progressing, you knock twice on the glass oven window and the light comes on. You can monitor and control the range with an app on your phone or by giving voice commands to Alexa or Google Assistant. The range also connects to cooking apps which will automatically send temperature settings to the oven. Lastly, you can use the app to diagnose problems before you call for a service technician.
The LG LSE4616ST features a large 6.3 cubic feet capacity, meaning you have ample space for family dinners. It would suit an avid baker, as the ProBake Convection setting is designed to give the best results when baking — the heating element has actually been moved from the bottom of the oven to the back wall for even heat distribution just for this function. It’s easy to clean up after thanks to the steam self-clean setting which helps pre-loosen any food debris. The glass controls and flat stove also make cleaning an easy task.
The standout feature for this electric range is the induction stove. While you will need to invest in some induction pans to use this feature, it works much faster than traditional ceramic. It’s safer to use as well because the stove wont heat up unless it detects the pan. It provides the instant response of gas, without the difficulty of cleaning up afterwards. However, you will need to ensure the pans fit the burners accurately, or it won’t work!
How to choose the best electric range for you
Type: When shopping for a new range, there are three types you will have to consider. Free-standing models come with a backsplash and can stand ‘freely’ as the name suggests. Slide-in models slide into a bay between counters, which provides a custom look for less money than a built-in model. Built-in ranges need to be fitted into a cavity, usually sitting on top of a drawer. These are more rare and bespoke that the other two types. In this guide, we mainly focused on free-standing models, as they tend to be the most popular as well as the most affordable.
Should you invest in dual fuel? If you have access to gas via a natural gas line or a liquid propane tank in your yard, then there’s also the option of buying a dual-fuel model. Dual-fuel ranges feature a gas stove above an electric oven. With this design, you get the benefit of better control from the burners, although an electric stove is quicker to heat and easier to clean, so bear that in mind. If you prefer a gas stove, but want the evenness of an electric oven, this design might be best.
What about induction? An induction stove will give you the same speedy response as gas as well as being quick to boil and easy to clean. It uses an electromagnetic field to heat up magnetized pots and pans, meaning the surface itself doesn’t actually heat. However, if you opt for an induction stove, you may need to buy pans which are compatible.
Gas vs Electric
You may be unsure whether you want to invest in a gas or electric range. Each comes with its pros and cons which should be taken into consideration before you decide.
An electric stove is much quicker to heat and easier to clean as it’s a flat surface. Although, it retains the heat for some time after you switch it off which isn’t great if you have pets or children. It’s also tricky to control as it’s not as responsive as gas. In terms of the oven, an electric range will provide a more even heat distribution, which lowers the chance of hot spots. This fuel type will also produce a dry texture, which is great for crisping. These are more expensive to run on a daily basis however.
A gas stove is easier to control and much more responsive, however they’re more time consuming to clean thanks to the grates. The elements are also slower to heat compared to electric. Looking at the oven, heat distribution isn’t as even, but it is much faster so preheating won’t take as long. Gas ovens also produce a moist texture which is brilliant for roasts. These are cheaper to run on top of this.
When to replace an electric range
Most electric range brands offer a one-year warranty, but according to the National Association of Home Builders, you can expect yours to last about 13 years. We don’t recommend the extended warranty, since repairs within your range’s lifetime typically cost less than the warranty itself.
If the repair cost is fifty percent or more than the price of a new range you’ll want to think about replacing it. The most common range complaints are that the temperature isn’t correct. Check the manual and see if you can recalibrate your oven yourself. If you can’t, or that doesn’t solve the problem, a serviceperson may be able to fix the oven without charging an astronomical price. Specific elements that break, including the glass ceramic top, can be easily replaced quite cheaply. However replacing a circuit board will be expensive and you’re best buying a new range.
The best replacement for a coil range is a smoothtop range. Not only are they easier to clean, they also come with the latest features. Even newer glass ceramic top models have updates that weren’t available a few years ago. All ranges come with at least one power burner for boiling water, stir frying or stovetop grilling; they will also have at least one burner to keep food at a steady simmer. For using a griddle or poacher, you’ll find bridge burners. Below the stovetop convection ovens are available with temperature probes and warming drawers for moderate prices. These ovens often have pre-set settings for specific foods or functions like turkey or pizza, air frying, or proofing bread.
You may want to consider upgrading to an induction range. Prices on these high tech appliances have come down considerably in the last few years. Induction gives you the instant response of gas burners and brings water to a boil much faster.
More and more ranges connect to WiFi, allowing you to preheat or control your oven from your phone, Alexa or Google Assistant. Some smart ranges can diagnose problems and in some cases, alert the service center. Look for models that connect with recipe apps and automatically apply the correct times and temperatures. Regardless, you should invest in one of the best meat thermometers to make sure you don't overcook anything.
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